New bikes from Scott and Colnago, best winter gloves and more
These are the top tech stories of the week.
It might be February but winter hasn't released its chilly grip just yet. As such, our weekly tech roundup covers everything from the best winter cycling gloves to keep your hands cosy to understanding the differences between gravel and road bikes. We also take a look at Colnago's latest addition to its C Series, the C68 Gravel bike, and Scott's new Ransom enduro bike.
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Orange Bikes - the story of Britain’s most iconic bike brand
Orange Bikes, by Orange Bikes
Starting the week off on a positive note is the news that Orange Bikes will continue to make bicycles. The news was welcomed by long-time Orange fans around the world and, though it could be said Orange is not going anywhere for now, the company is moving two miles up the road to new premises.
Best winter cycling gloves 2024 - mountain bike gloves to keep your hands warm
2024 best winter glove.jpg, by Liam Mercer
Sure, the warmer summer months might be getting closer but the temperatures aren't quite there for gloveless riding, yet. We've gone through all the wintery MTB gloves we have tested and listed the best options in our best winter cycling gloves buyer's guide.
- Read the best winter cycling gloves guide here
Gravel bike vs road bike - understanding the differences
Gravel bike vs road bike, by Aaron Borrill
The two drop-bar bikes might bear a striking resemblance but road and gravel bikes differ significantly in design and purpose. Road bikes prioritise efficiency, featuring shorter frames for aerodynamics, steep angles for climbing and narrow rims for smaller tyres. In contrast, gravel bikes boast longer frames, slacker angles, wider rims and larger tyres for stability and durability on diverse terrain. If you're interested in how the two compare, then this feature is just for you.
- Head over here to read about the differences between road and gravel bikes
Colnago goes all-out on new C68 Gravel bike
Colnago C68 Gravel bike, by off-road.cc
Colnago has added a new bike to its premium C Series and, with that, the Italian brand now has two gravel bikes in its ranks. The existing G3-X remains the race-orientated gravel machine, whereas the C68 focuses a little more on compliance and style than outright speed. The C68 Gravel can accommodate up to 42mm tyres and comes with a new integrated CC.01 Wide bar-stem arrangement. Prices start at £5,269 for the frameset only and range to £11,100 for the top build.
- Find out more about the Colnago C68 Gravel bike here
Shimano releases three new lightweight cycling glasses
Shimano Technium sunglasses4.jpg, by Shimano
Shimano has introduced three new lightweight cycling glasses models – Technium, Technium L, and Twinspark – equipped with Ridescape lens technology offering six lens options to enhance visibility in various riding conditions. All of the glasses are scratch-resistant, water-repellent and available with interchangeable clear lenses. Prices range from £60 to £100, and the frames are made from 45% bio-based materials.
Scott reveals all-new Ransom enduro bike
Scott Ransom enduro bike, by off-road.cc
Scott has unveiled its 2024 Ransom enduro MTB with a hidden shock and unique six-bar linkage for super precise suspension tuning. Unlike other models, the shock sits horizontally, which protects it from dirt. The hidden shock design also allows for generous dropper-post clearance and easy adjustability.
The Ransom comes in five models, including a women-specific Contessa version, with weight ranges from 15.2kg to 16.7kg.
- Read more about the Scott Ransom here
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